The podcast is back in regular order, with Darren Smith joining John Gennaro for a conversation about losing his father, getting support from the community, and the important distraction that sports can sometimes provide in difficult moments. Also, the guys talk about the joy of going out the way you want to.

Later, they transition to talking about the San Diego Padres and the upcoming trade deadline before focusing in on Dylan Cease, who will try to turn around his disappointing contract year with a strong second half.

Finally, the guys preview San Diego FC's game against Vancouver Whitecaps Whitecaps FC tomorrow night by looking back at what happened against Toronto FC on Wednesday, and John is wondering how much the turf at Snapdragon Stadium is playing a role in some disappointing home games this season.

00:00 - Darren's back / Dealing with grief

27:00 - Padres trade strategy

40:50 - Dylan Cease's last chance

47:00 - SDFC tries to bounce back against Vancouver

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